VUB is collecting donations that will give affected students, both Ukrainian and Russian, the opportunity to continue studying
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel has begun a campaign for students who are suffering because of the war in Ukraine. For the VUB Caroline Pauwels Relief Fund for students, the VUB Foundation is collecting donations that will give affected students, both Ukrainian and Russian, the opportunity to continue studying. As an Urban Engaged University, VUB stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people. We do not want to leave anyone behind in these difficult times.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine affects many VUB people. We have all been moved by the many innocent victims of this war, among them students. There are currently 33 people from Ukraine and 95 from Russia studying at VUB, who cannot return to their home countries and in many cases need financial assistance to continue studying. VUB stands with these students and wants to support them.
The VUB Caroline Pauwels Relief Fund for students is therefore launching a campaign to help Ukrainian VUB students to continue studying. The action will also support refugee students who cannot return to Ukraine and want to continue their studies at VUB. Russian students who are unwitting victims of this terrible war will also receive support.
Donations can be made online or by bank transfer to the VUB account BE51 0013 6779 3562 with the free text “GIFT FO7 - Ukraine”.